Folks whose jobs depend on four federal dams in southeastern Washington say that pleas to breach the dams are forcing them to speak out in defense of their economy and their way of life. Tags: News, Washington, Life, Lifestyle, Pacific NW Magazine

Q: When I was a child, I had sweaty feet. Taking off my shoes would clear the room. All through high school, I wore closed-toe sandals most of the year. In the 1970s, I worked in downtown Chicago and commuted by train from a western suburb. Most of the winter, snow or slush on the […] Tags: Wellness, News, Life, Chicago

Though we often associate going on a diet with improved wellness, the reality is more complicated, and initiatives like Health at Every Size are introducing a new paradigm — one that separates health from weight. Tags: Wellness, News, Fitness, Life, Lifestyle, Food & Drink

The hot new restaurant opening this month is a Korean fried chicken chain on First Hill. Expect long lines. Plus, an all-you-can-eat-sushi spot opens in the northend. Tags: News, Life, Food & Drink, Seattle, First Hill Expect

Shake Shack made its Seattle debut last year to much fanfare. By fall, Shake Shack will bring its signature burgers and crinkle-cut fries to the Eastside. Tags: News, Life, Food & Drink, Seattle, Shake Shack

One sheet pan and 30 minutes of cooking time and voila, you have dinner. Chicken and pears aren't necessarily the most intuitive pairing, but try them together and you'll be happy you did. Tags: News, Life, Food & Drink